The Book of Enoch: From the Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha of the Old Testament

Why is The Book of Enoch so important to anyone interested in Biblical history? The answer is simple: It is directly quoted in the New Testament by Jude (vv.14-15). Themes of the book referenced in 2 Peter 2:1. Jesus also used content from The Book of Enoch in many of his sermons in Matthew and Luke. In this text, you will hear the word of God through this amazing document. We will take this amazing journey together and learn why this text is not an official book of the Bible.

The Books of I & II Maccabees: Where the Story of Hanukkah Is Found

Hanukkah or Chanukah is an annual Jewish celebration in the late fall/early winter that dates back to circa 164 BC. It was also referred to as "Festival of Lights" or "Feast of the Dedication" or "Feast of the Maccabees". It is found in the Apocrypha (meaning "hidden things") in I & II Second Maccabees (1 Macc 4:36-59; 2 Macc 10:1-8). This book was created to offer the listener just I & II Maccabees out of the Apocrypha as it is worthy of such focused separation and study.

Lessons Learned: From a Corporate Guy Who Left His Job to Sell on Amazon Full Time

As a young professional, Robert Bagley climbed and overcame many corporate mountains, eventually earning a high six-figure income with several Fortune 500 companies. Still, something was missing from his vocational career.... He embarked on what would prove to be the most incredible game-changing season of his life. You'll be inspired, motivated, challenged, and moved to action by Robert's life story and how selling on Amazon and eBay pulled his career toward a whole new path of becoming an e-commerce entrepreneur.

Cherished to the Utmost

From the windswept, rocky shoreline of the North of England to the green and rugged Scottish highlands, Jack pursues Emma with a tender passion that she shares but fears as well. She has carried an emotional burden since the unspeakable circumstances of her childhood. For years, she has shared the hurt that her parents have kept concealed. Emma has learned that she cannot be loved.

Beyond the Mother Church: A Theology of Small Group Ministry in the 21st Century

A theological evaluation of the important role that "cell" or "small" groups play as a branch of the "mother church" from which they are birthed - with an emphasis on how they impact the surrounding community. Four main topics are explored as they relate to small group ministry in our postmodern society - prophetically glimpsing at its impact on the rest of the 21st century.